Franchising - 3 critical franchise benefits and common misconceptions with franchising. Henry shares his insights and advice on franchising, including the 3 critical benefits to consider when selecting a franchise business and some of the common misconceptions. He also addresses Franchise Fees, and the invaluable benefit of a strong franchisee network. Many people believe franchising is risk-free, but the reality is that you are not assured success just because you go with a franchise. The key is to properly evaluate a franchisor, and to get the help you need up-front (from a Franchise Broker and/or a Business Coach) before you sign a Franchise Agreement! Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)